2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | DTS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
